infer

//ɪnˈfɜːr//
B2Frequency Level 10Neutral
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Verb

inferInfinitive
inferPresent tense
inferredPast tense
inferredPast participle
inferringPresent participle
infersThird-person singular
1

To deduce or conclude information from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

From his tone of voice, I inferred that he was not happy with the decision.

2

To hint at or suggest something indirectly.

She inferred that she might leave the company soon.

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